Ina Garten Watermelon Arugula Salad Recipe
This fresh salad feels like summer joy.It tastes light, crisp, and very clean.I love serving it on warm days.
Ingredients
- Watermelon cubes 4 cups
- Fresh arugula 4 cups
- Feta cheese ½ cup crumbled
- Red onion ¼ cup thin slices
- Olive oil 3 tablespoons
- Fresh lemon juice 1 tablespoon
- Salt ¼ teaspoon
- Black pepper ¼ teaspoon
Instructions
Step 1
- Cut watermelon into small cubes.Remove all seeds carefully.
Step 2
- Wash arugula gently with water.Dry leaves fully using towels.
Step 3
- Add watermelon and arugula together.Use a large mixing bowl.
Step 4
- Add onion slices and feta cheese.Mix gently with salad tongs.
Step 5
- Whisk oil, lemon, salt, pepper.Pour dressing over the salad.
Step 6
- Toss lightly before serving fresh.Serve immediately for best taste.
Notes
- Use very cold watermelon cubes.
- Fresh arugula gives best flavor.
- Do not overdress the salad.
- Add feta just before serving.
- Taste and adjust seasoning always.